Driver's License

The regulates driving in the province. A driver鈥檚 licence from another country or another Canadian province is valid for the first six months following arrival in Quebec provided that the licence is valid, and for the class of vehicle being driven in Quebec. Holders of a driver鈥檚 license from certain countries may exchange it for a Quebec license. Consult the SAAQ website for the steps and requirements for obtaining a driver鈥檚 license or an international driving permit.

A full driver鈥檚 record is required to obtain a Quebec driver鈥檚 license.

SAAQ service outlets offer different services by location. Visit to determine which locations offers the services required and then make an appointment. Canadian citizens can make an appointment by calling 514-873-7620. Non-Canadians can make an appointment by calling 514-954-7771.

Auto Insurance

A Quebec driver鈥檚 licence includes no-fault insurance for a bodily injury to oneself or another person. It does not, however, include private vehicle insurance for property damage. It is possible to purchase vehicle insurance even if your vehicle has not been registered in Quebec and it is required by聽law to have vehicle insurance for a vehicle on the road. To learn about Quebec鈥檚 public and private auto insurance plans, visit the .

See the Relocation Service section of this website for information on importing a vehicle into Canada and vehicle registration.